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Connecting => Introductions => Topic started by: peabody on November 14, 2012, 10:52:20 AM

Title: New To The Board
Post by: peabody on November 14, 2012, 10:52:20 AM

Hey...
Since I've never owned an Alembic, there was no real reason to be a part of this board.  However, since I just sent payment today for my 1st Alembic...a 1996 Essence Exploiter....I thought I should sign up.
 
According to the current owner of this bass, he bought it new (actually NOS) and in fact he still has the original warranty/Instrument Wood Card and it has yet to be registered.  I've been wanting an Exploiter for a long time and even though this isn't one of the ones made in the mid 80's, I've been told that one with the Essence electronics isn't very common either.  
 
I can't wait to get it.  
 
Here are a couple of pics from the current owner....
 
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/alembic1-4.jpg (http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/alembic1-4.jpg)
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/alembic2-4.jpg

Title: New To The Board
Post by: hammer on November 14, 2012, 10:57:28 AM

Congratulations and welcome to the board. Looks like your new Exploiter is in beautiful condition.

Title: New To The Board
Post by: artswork99 on November 14, 2012, 11:53:25 AM

Very nice David!  Congratulations on your first Alembic!  Of course with or without you are always welcome here.  Play it Healthy!  Art

Title: New To The Board
Post by: rustyg61 on November 15, 2012, 03:59:54 AM

Congratulations David & welcome to the board! You will find a wealth of informatione here & the friendliest people on the planet, always eager to help you with problems or answer questions on setup & equipment. I suggest you start with the FAQ & Must Read section of the board. That will help you get aquainted with your Alembic & understand the amazing functionality of these incredible instruments!
 

Title: New To The Board
Post by: 5a_quilt_top on November 15, 2012, 07:26:43 AM

Welcome!
 
The Exploiter / Spyder body shape is one of my favorites. If you have a 34 scale, you may find it to be a bit intimidating at first, but if you work with it, you will find that it rewards you with some impressive tones.
 
+1 on the FAQ and Must Reads. Highly recommended, especially the set-up instructions.

Title: New To The Board
Post by: cousinvinnie on November 21, 2012, 06:18:34 PM

Hi and welcome ! What an awesome bass !! I someday will own a lefty Exploiter myself and was hoping to do Essence or Europa electronics to keep it simple.
 
Let us know how you like it !

Title: New To The Board
Post by: peabody on November 24, 2012, 09:44:23 PM

The Exploiter arrived today.  Words (nor pictures) can describe how beautiful this bass is.  
 
Because I'm so used to Fender-like basses with the upper horn, it may take a little getting used to with the strap button where it is....but time I have. It's a lot lighter than I thought it would be, and although I'm a thin neck guy (the nut is in between 1 5/8 and 1 3/4), the neck still feels great in my hand.
 
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/2012-11-24_11-50-50_265.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/2012-11-24_11-51-39_83.jpg)
 
(Message edited by peabody on November 24, 2012)